Has Spring fever got you achin’ to spiff up and throw on your festive frock wear and sport coat?  Well, you’re in luck!  The United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley Emerging Leaders are hosting their 4th annual spring charity gala on May 21.   You might be thinking “gala shmala,” but “A Night at the Museum” is not your run-of-the-mill charity event, hosted by hoity-toity old folks; this bash is put on by the Emerging Leaders young professionals, a group of 21-40 year old happenin’ cats that know how to put on a good party!

Enjoy live music, dancing, passed hors d’oeuvres and most importantly, a 2-hour open bar with beer and wine galore!  Dare we mention the swag bag you get upon arrival?  If you’re a competitive type, you’ll especially enjoy the silent auction, featuring hot-ticket items generously donated by local businesses and supporters.

Come for a night of socializing and networking, and some feel-good stories from local teens affiliated with the United Way’s youth initiatives that are helping change the face of their community.

All proceeds go from the eve go directly to the programs that support the United Way’s vision to empower local youth to realize their goals today and prepare them to excel in the 21st century.

“A Night at the Museum,” Emerging Leaders 4th Annual Spring Gala

Saturday, May 21

7-11 p.m.

Boston Children’s Museum

308 Congress Street, Boston

Tickets: $85 in advance; $100 at the door

To order: http://el.supportunitedway.org/gala11

 

Festive attire suggested

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John Guilfoil is the editor-in-chief of Blast: Boston's Online Magazine and the Blast Magazine Network. He can be reached at [email protected]. Tweet @johnguilfoil.

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